Saturday, September 15, 2012

Khara Baath

Tried this recipe from Shanthi Krisnakumar's cook book. I am not a great upma fan. But this is a useful recipe when you are not in a mood to cook which happens (to me) quite often. So you find what is called 'celebrating upma week' at home ever so often. Such times it is handy to be able to bring this dish to the table in different avatars. So this one was just right. I did not even mind making the fresh spice powder that was needed for the recipe - the small coffee bean grinder gifted by a friend - does not make this seem a difficult chore anymore.

As in any upma if you are generous with the use of the oil/ghee - it would only enhance the taste. Also Khara Bhaath is best eaten hot. Verdict - End Result - very good.

In a wok, take the oil/ghee and first roast the cashew to a golden brown. Remove and keep aside.
In the same wok put in the mustard, black gram dal, allow mustard to splutter
Add the asafoetida and curry leaves.

Put in the onions. SautéAnd then the ginger, green chilies, sautéPut in the veggies and allow to cook till just tender.Add the tomatoes till they turn mushyAnd the turmeric powder, bhaat powderPour in the water. Add salt and bring to boil.Simmer. And add the roasted semolina gradually stirring all the time to see that lumps are not formed. Once mixed add the grated coconut at this stage and fold in. Serve. If you wish pack the khara bhaath into a container and then un-mould onto a plate and garnish with the roasted cashew. Serve with pickle, chutney or sauce.

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I actually hate to cook. But, the elder daughter wanted some recipes written for her, I found it simpler to post them online and thus this blog was born. Off and on, I do try some new recipes which feature here as well. I admit that taking pictures and posting the recipe is a motivation to get into the kitchen.
Essentially a vegetarian kitchen , you will find a few non vegetarian recipes here too - made for my children.
Feb 2012 - an update after 4 years of blogging -
Over the years of food blogging, I have developed an interest in food that even surprises me! I still enter the kitchen reluctantly, but I am always excited about trying out something new and sharing it here! Blogging has its advantages!!